Visionary Vigilance: Cybersecurity Weekly Digest – Episode 23
As the digital battleground expands, cybercriminals are evolving faster than ever—targeting everyday citizens, businesses, and government systems. From malware embedded in images to impersonation scams worth crores, this week’s digest exposes a surge in cyber frauds across India and the globe.
Shivam Dharpure
7/1/20252 min read
🧑💼 1. Fake Job Racket Busted in Amroha, UP
🔍 A two-year-long job scam ended with the arrest of three accused who posed as HR managers from Shine.com and Naukri.com.
📞 They cold-called job seekers using data from employment portals and extorted money.
🛑 Cyber Police seized phones, laptops, and SIM cards.
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🧠 2. ₹3 Cr+ Scam Network Cracked – Gujarat, Mumbai, Jaipur
⚡️ Under “Operation Cyber Storm,” 35 people were arrested for cybercrimes like fake share market trading, WhatsApp links, and fake social media accounts.
📌 Police created an accused database and deployed special teams across cities.
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💸 3. Puducherry: ₹10 Cr Scam via Fake Ads
🛒 Scamsters posted fake ads impersonating reputable firms like Vizag Steel.
💰 A victim lost ₹30L; money was routed through mule accounts in Bihar and MP.
👮 Five arrests made using open-source cyber tools.
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🛡️ 4. Tripura CM Flags Rising Digital Crimes
📢 CM Dr. Manik Saha launched a new cybercrime unit, advocating awareness, training, and helpline use.
📲 Helplines 112 (state) and 1930 (national) promoted for victims.
👨✈️ Officers being trained to handle tech-savvy scams.
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🧬 5. Steganography & Sextortion Threats in J&K
🧠 SSP Mohd Yaseen Kichloo warned about malware hidden in images & PDFs via steganography.
📱 95% of cybercrimes in J&K are financial; 12% involve child abuse or sextortion.
⚠️ Victims unknowingly download files that leak banking & personal data.
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🏛️ 6. Panchkula Mayor Loses ₹42.52L in Corporate Fraud
📊 Mayor Kulbhushan Goyal’s investment firm was targeted in a fund siphoning scam.
🕵️♂️ Cyber Police traced transactions to banks in UP and West Bengal.
📎 Suspected mule accounts used to mask money trail.
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🧑🔬 7. Retired Scientist Duped of ₹1.29 Cr in 'Digital Arrest' Fraud
🔔 Dr. Sukdeb Nandi from IVRI, Bareilly, was scammed via a WhatsApp call by fake law enforcement.
📵 Told his Aadhaar was linked to human trafficking, he was coerced into transferring money.
🧊 Police froze 75 suspicious accounts in time.
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🌐 INTERNATIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
1. Over 25% of UK businesses faced cyber-attacks last year.
📉 M&S saw 7-week downtime and lost market share to competitors.
🤖 AI-driven threats and unprepared systems are major contributors.
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2.Germany Plans ‘Cyber Dome’ with Israel for Cyber Defense
🇩🇪 Germany aims to set up a joint cyber research center with Israel.
💣 This partnership addresses growing threats from Russia, China, and digital warfare.
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🔐 Closing Thoughts
From local police stations to international cybersecurity alliances, the world is waking up to the scale of digital crime. This week’s episode revealed not only the threats—but also the growing response network.
🔒 Cyber threats today are emotional, technical, and psychological.
🧠 Think twice before clicking, downloading, or paying online.
📢 Join us for next Episode as we continue the fight against digital deception.
📍 Stay Informed. Stay Alert. Stay Cyber-Aware.
By: Shivam Dharpure
Founder & Director